A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
Registered Nurse, Medical Unit We are looking for a Registered Nurse who is ready to plant roots and grow in our 3rd Floor Medical Unit.
Qualities needed:
A heart for patients and their families A broad knowledge base of nursing practice Solid organizational skills and time management Excellent head-to-toe assessment skills Why plant roots as an RN on 3rd Floor - Medical? Excellent shift differentials Comprehensive Benefits to help you achieve your financial goals An Educational Assistance program for career growth Award-Winning Culture - On Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work since 2012 A World's Best Hospital ( Newsweek ) New Leadership on Medical Unit •Here are the details: Full-time Days 3 - 12 hour shifts Every other weekend and holidays on rotation Pediatric experience preferred, but not required •Unsure about SMC? Have questions about the medical unit? Wondering if we will be the right fit for each other? Ask your recruiter about a shadowing experience! Shadow shifts can be coordinated for interested applicants. Shadowing can be a great tool for gauging culture and leadership styles! Come join our amazing team at Stillwater Medical!
JOB SUMMARY
A clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who delivers care to patients through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation. Effectively interacts with patients, significant others, and other health team members, while maintaining standards of professional nursing for the age groups served.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Licensed to practice in the state of Oklahoma. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Current CPR card or completion within 30 days of employment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have strength and stamina for prolonged walking, standing, and dealing with stressful situations. Demonstrates adequate vision or correctable with glasses to read and write. Able to hear, or correctable with hearing devices, and able to talk to converse with others in person and over the phone. Able to hear, see, and feel to accurately assess, monitor, and administer care. Able to frequently lift at least 60 lbs., reach, pull, push, bend, stoop, and kneel. Possess fine motor skills and hand/eye coordination to give care (i.e.: insert catheters, start IV's, administer medications, and handle instruments). Able to work in latex burdened environment.
